Craftsman 502.60218
The Craftsman 502.60218 is a tractor produced by Craftsman Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 699 cc 42.68 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW. Transmission: 4 forward and 1 reverse.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
4 forward and 1 reverse
Overview
![]() | 1982
GT18 SeriesGarden tractorMurray built
GT18 Series
Garden tractor
Murray built |
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Production | |
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Distributor | Craftsman (a part of Sears) |
Manufacturer | Murray |
Garden tractor | |
Original price was CAD3300 in 1982 | |
Craftsman 502.60218 Engine | |
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13.4KW Briggs & Stratton 699cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ... |
Craftsman 502.60218 Transmission | |
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4-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Disc brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Tractor hitch | |
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Type | sleeve hitch OptOptional |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | manual |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Front tire | 16x6.50 |
Rear tire | 23x9.50 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 39 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 699 cc / 42.68 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 422707 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft horizontally-opposed |
Displacement | 699 cc
42.68 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.44x2.28 inches
87 x 58 mm |
Power (gross) | 18 hp
13.4 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — 4 forward and 1 reverse belt-driven gear
Type | belt-driven gear |
Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
Dimensions
Craftsman 502.60218 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 16x6.50 |
Lawn/turf rear | 23x9.50 |
Dimensions |
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Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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106 cm mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade | |
Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. TractorData does not list details of these attachments. |
42" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Craftsman |
3-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 42 inches
106 cm |
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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 502.60218 based on its 18 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm) | Light Duty | Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 4 ft (48 in)1.2 m | Light Duty | Pasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 42 to 48 in105 - 120 cm | Light Duty | Covers compact tractor tire width. |
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 502.60218.
Engine Crankcase Oil
SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours
Transmission & Hydraulic System
UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours
Engine Cooling System
50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours
Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 502.60218 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 502.60218.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)18 hp
Kilowatts (kW)13.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)18.2 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
Compare Craftsman 502.60218 against same-era industry alternatives in the same horsepower class.
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Craftsman 502.60218
Engine Power:Gasoline (gross): 18 hp / 13.4 kW
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